Absynthe
2021 • 416 pages

Ratings3

Average rating3.3

15

The basic premise of this sounds really fun - a 1920s art deco steampunk alternative history. Certainly an intriguing set up. In many ways the vibe reminds me of the boardgame Scythe. The world building is certainly the highlight of this - the combo created provides a vivid setting. The issue for me was the characters and story. It all just mulched together into a bit of mush. I dont think the memory loss story line really helped this as it just added to the sense of confusion.

I loved the setting. I just wished story was a bit more memorable. It wasn't bad, just nothing special.

March 8, 2022Report this review